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Liberal Democrats VAT Cut Vote

Government continues to ignore cost of living crisis

Following on from the government's failure to address the cost of living crisis in the Queen's Speech, over 300 Conservatives voted against a Liberal Democrat amendment to cut VAT - preventing families from receiving a £600 tax cut to help with the cost of living crisis. This most recent case of Conservative Party betrayal comes as families across Bedford Borough face 9% inflation, soaring energy bills and a real terms fall in wages.

23 May 2022
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Rivercare Clean Up

The Community Volunteering Team at Bedford Borough Council is holding the annual Rivercare Clean Up once again this coming Saturday (28th May), between 10am-12pm.

23 May 2022
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